Description

Maintenance Operator III (2nd Shift)

The Gund Company | 2121 Walton Road, St. Louis, MO

Build Your Career with The Gund Company

The Gund Company is seeking an experienced Maintenance Operator III to join our St. Louis team on 2nd Shift (2:30p-10:30p). 

This role serves as the primary maintenance resource and lead technician during second-shift operations, helping ensure our equipment, systems, and facilities operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.

If you enjoy solving complex equipment issues, leading by example, and making a direct impact on production performance, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do

As a Maintenance Operator III, you will be responsible for maintaining production equipment and facility systems through troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, repairs, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead maintenance technician and primary maintenance resource on second shift.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and facility systems.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and prioritize repairs based on safety and production needs.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
• Diagnose equipment failures and determine root causes of recurring issues.
• Recommend and implement equipment reliability improvements.
• Install, maintain, and repair production equipment and facility infrastructure.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, technical manuals, and equipment documentation.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders within the CMMS system.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with production teams, vendors, contractors, and engineering resources.
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and capital improvement projects.
• Manage spare parts inventory and identify critical replacement components.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and support department performance goals.
• Mentor team members and contribute to maintenance best practices.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Working knowledge of: 
  • Hydraulics
  • Pneumatics
  • Motors and drives
  • Conveyors
  • Sensors
  • Industrial manufacturing equipment
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Experience using CMMS or maintenance management systems.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in industrial environments, including elevated areas and confined spaces.

Preferred

• Technical degree, trade certification, apprenticeship, or equivalent maintenance training.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment.
• Knowledge of VFDs, industrial controls, automation systems, and motor controls.
• Experience maintaining CNC equipment, especially Haas machines.
• Welding and fabrication experience.
• Experience leading projects, mentoring technicians, or coordinating maintenance activities.
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement experience.

Why Join The Gund Company?

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Stable, growing manufacturing environment
• Opportunities for advancement and continued skill development
• Collaborative team culture focused on safety and continuous improvement
• Ability to make a meaningful impact on equipment reliability and plant performance

Join The Gund Company and become a key contributor to keeping our operations running safely, efficiently, and successfully every day. Apply today!